Zinnia Hot Crayon Colors 8211 Renee8217s Garden

Zinnia elegans Cutting Zinnias EXCLUSIVE –Right out of the crayon box of intense colors, this blend of hot shades combines scarlet red, citrus orange and golden yellow varieties for bright summer borders and sizzling bouquets of gorgeous florist quality zinnias. These award winners offer you densely petaled, fully double flowers with outstanding garden performance. The well-branched 3 to 3 1/2 foot tall plants stand up well to both summer rain and heat, yielding armfuls of flowers for eye-catching, long-lasting arrangements. Seed Count: Approx. 95-100 / Weight: 0.65 g Cold Winters Mild Winters Sun/Shade Sow Seeds Days To Germinate Mature Height May June April May Full sun 2 3 in. apart1/2 in. deep 7 10 days 3 3.5 feet ANNUAL Summer/fall bloomFrost tender TO START DIRECTLY IN THE GARDEN Sow seeds in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun when danger of frost is past and weather is warm and above 50F (10C) both day and night. Space seeds 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover 1/2 inch deep and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. TO START EARLY INDOORS One month before last frost, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temps rise above 50F (10C) day and night. THIN OR TRANSPLANT Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. GROWING NOTES To ensure sufficient air circulation and abundant blossoms, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering helps keep zinnias productive and discourages mildew. Pick when flower blossoms first open and petals are tight for longest vase life. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing best blooms for summer long bouquets.